HCLTech launches Advanced Semiconductor Lab with Rs. 185 crore investment

HCLTech, a leading global technology company,  announced the launch of its state-of-the-art Advanced Semiconductor Lab in Bengaluru. Set up with an investment of Rs 185 crore, this facility marks a significant milestone in HCLTech’s commitment to advancing semiconductor innovation and accelerating time-to-market for global clients and positions HCLTech as a pioneer among service providers in offering integrated semiconductor testing capabilities.

With two decades of semiconductor expertise, HCLTech’s new 40,000 sq ft Advanced Semiconductor Lab, featuring 25,000 sq ft of Class 10K and 1K cleanrooms, delivers end-to-end post-silicon engineering, advanced testing and failure analysis. The facility is equipped with cutting-edge tools from Teradyne, Advantest, Keysight, Tektronix and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., supporting research and development, pre-production and production qualification, enabling faster turnaround, superior quality and reduced complexity for global customers.

Aligned with HCLTech’s Spec2Parts business model, the lab provides a unified platform for electrical validation, automated testing, qualification and failure analysis, streamlining the journey from design specifications to finished semiconductor parts.

By closing critical gaps in India’s semiconductor landscape, the lab empowers HCLTech to deliver faster, more comprehensive solutions, giving customers access to cutting-edge facilities and skilled teams, ultimately driving greater innovation and efficiency for clients and the industry as a whole.

 “The inauguration of our Advanced Semiconductor Lab in Bengaluru is a proud milestone for HCLTech and reinforces India’s growing leadership in semiconductor innovation. This facility reflects our deep commitment to investing in high-end engineering capabilities. We are excited to contribute to the country’s vision of becoming a global hub for advanced technology,” said Hari Sadarahalli, Corporate Vice President and Global Head, Engineering and R&D Services at HCLTech.

HCLTech’s facility is set to achieve global certifications, including ISO 17025, ISO 9001, AS 9100 (Mil-Aero) and ISO 13485 (Medical). Its cleanroom houses the latest ATE testers, probes, qualification chambers and advanced failure analysis tools, including optical and electron microscopy and focused ion beam (FIB) systems.

Serving both domestic and international markets, the lab is a cornerstone of HCLTech’s global strategy to deliver innovative, high-quality semiconductor solutions and to strengthen India’s leadership in the sector.

 

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